Is Done ! STLs here : https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:5243675
Hi All,
I thought ill share my journey if anyone is interested.
So after installing an aftermarket head unit in the cubby the clock is looking for a new home and AFAIK my options are:
JDM Clock relocation kit (unavailable and expensive) Don't use it (nah, I want it) Buy a 3d Printed unit for 60$ here (shipping not included, its unfinished and expensive). 3D print an existing model on thingiverse or this (I tried, the fitment is poor, mounting wont fit the holes -probably different trim, very hard to print and I don't like the angle) Waste a ton of time and filament to develop one that fits perfectly this, this I like.
My current progress:
Replicate the trim model with precise angles - Perfect- - Done! Fit trim mounting holes - Done! Replicate clock model - Perfect - Done! Combine the two into a good angle and fitment - Done! Optimize for FDM printing (as little supports as possible and quick print) - Done! Release final STL (model) files to the public - Done. https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:5243675 Print with PETG (most fitting printable polymer type for automotive use) glaze, paint and finish a suberb looking bracket - Not Started. The extension cable issue - ???
The Cable:
So I dug around and found the connectors that are used to connect the clock.
Its the i59 harness, the connector type is "040 Connector", a 10 pin type.
I thought of ordering the connectors and the pins and make the cable myself.
Sources:
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/archive/index.php/t-17153.html
https://www.easternbeaver.com/Main/Elec__Products/Connectors/040_Connectors/040_connectors.html
https://www.hi-1000ec.com/product/196
BUT! I have managed to release the clip behind the cubby and free the cable, it almost reaches the bottom part of the console, I think some tape around the harness is keeping it from reaching even further, so currently ill try with out an extension and we will see.
The Plate:
Process (a random transparent filament is used for testing)
first fitment :
Result is OK but I don't like the angle, its too upwards, makes it to hard to clear the stuff behind the trim and a nightmare to remove.
More to come...